Now watch WWE Raw and Smackdown Live in Hindi

Mumbai, Feb 27: In order to widen their fan base amongst Indian audiences and cater to their needs, Sony Pictures Sports Network (SPSN) and WWE have announced that WWE's flagship TV programmes Raw and SmackDown will air with live Hindi commentary for the first time beginning Tuesday (February 27) on SONY TEN 3.

Fans can tune into SONY TEN 3 to hear the new announce team of Fahad Sheikh and Sandeep Iyer calling the action live in Hindi. SONY TEN 1 will continue to air on Raw and SmackDown live with English language commentary.

"We are delighted to announce the live Hindi commentary for WWE's flagship shows, Raw and SmackDown LIVE," said Rajesh Kaul, President, Sports and Distribution Business, Sony Pictures Networks India.

"Both programs have their own unique rosters which amplify the excitement and interest of our fans in India. WWE enjoys a significant following and with the Hindi commentary, we are attempting to engage our viewers with localized content in Hindi speaking markets and further grow the viewership."

"We are thrilled to expand our partnership with Sony and offer Raw and SmackDown live in Hindi for the first time," said Michelle Wilson, WWE Co-President.

"India is a priority market for WWE, and this is another example of our continued commitment to localising content and engaging our passionate fans."

SONY TEN 3 covered the India-South Africa games in Hindi as well and the channel seems to continue with its strategy to cater more shows in Hindi to the audiences.

WrestleMania 33 was the first WWE special event to air with live Hindi commentary. Since then, all WWE special events have aired with live Hindi commentary on WWE Network.

Last June, Sony Pictures Networks India and WWE launched WWE Sunday Dhamaal, a weekly show in Hindi featuring the best of Raw and SmackDown plus exclusive features and interviews.

Watch Raw LIVE in Hindi beginning at 6.30 AM (IST) Tuesday.

SmackDown LIVE in Hindi beginning at 6:30 AM (IST) Wednesday Exclusively on SONY TEN 3.

Watch WWE Sunday Dhamaal at 6 PM (IST) every Sunday on Sony MAX.